AIDS Action Anxious to Work with Thurman to Bridge Chasm Between Politics, Science

Statement by Daniel Zingale
Executive Director, AIDS Action Council
on Appointment of Director of National AIDS PolicyFrom AIDS Action Council

April 7, 1997

Contact: José Zuñiga
(202) 986-1300, Ext. 3042

The promise of new AIDS therapies make this a time of unprecedented hope. With
that hope comes an unparalleled challenge for those charged with setting a
federal response to AIDS. President Clinton's appointment today of Sandy Thurman
as the White House Director of National AIDS Policy is an important step toward
meeting that challenge and, finally, gaining the upper hand in the fight against
AIDS. We hope that this first step is followed by a significant investment in
staff and budget resources Ms. Thurman will need to wage our nation's war
against HIV disease.

Ms. Thurman's direct experience running a community-based AIDS service
organization, as well as her extensive experience in the political arena should
make her an effective advocate for all Americans affected by HIV and AIDS. She
has a record of being sensitive to the needs of men, women, and children living
with HIV and AIDS. And, she is tough and savvy about the ways of Washington,
D.C. Whether testifying before Congress or delivering meals to people with AIDS,
Ms. Thurman has a track record of getting things done.

The Clinton administration can be credited with demonstrating commitment to
advancing the science of AIDS, preventing HIV infections, and caring for the
already infected. Much more remains to be done. AIDS Action looks forward to
working with Ms. Thurman and the Office of National AIDS Policy to insure that
both the new and old sets of challenges around AIDS are met with policies that
bridge the chasm between science and politics, as well as maintain meaningful
investments in the new-found hope.
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